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Today's Guest Stephanie Sassos is a national academy of sports medicine that's NASM certified personal trainer and a nutrition and fitness director of the Good Housekeeping Institute. She handles all nutrition and fitness related content testing and evaluation for the brand. Stephanie holds a bachelor's degree in nutritional sciences from Pennsylvania State University, that's Penn State, and a master's degree in clinical nutrition from NYU. She is dedicated to providing readers with evidence-based content to encourage informed food choices and healthy living. Stephanie is an avid crossfitter and a passionate home cook who loves spending time with her big fit greek family. https://www.stefanisassos.com/ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/author/224673/stefani-sassos/ https://www.instagram.com/stefanisassos About Dr. Raj Dr Raj is a quadruple board certified physician and associate professor at the University of Southern California. He was a co-host on the TNT series Chasing the Cure with Ann Curry, a regular on the TV Show The Doctors for the past 7 seasons and has a weekly medical segment on ABC news Los Angeles. More from Dr. Raj www.BeyondThePearls.net The Dr. Raj Podcast Dr. Raj on Twitter Dr. Raj on Instagram Want more board review content? USMLE Step 1 Ad-Free Bundle Crush Step 1 Step 2 Secrets Beyond the Pearls The Dr. Raj Podcast Beyond the Pearls Premium USMLE Step 3 Review MedPrepTGo Step 1 Questions MedPrepTGo Step 2 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prosecco flavoured crisps? Eggnog chicken? Sticky toffee pudding trifle? The innovation for novelty Christmas products seems endless, but is there the appetite? Ruth Alexander lifts the lid on an industry churning out festive food hits, and flops, in the race for Christmas tastebuds. She visits the Good Housekeeping Institute in London to take part in an opulent dessert testing event, deciding which puddings are the best on the shelves this year. Eric Numellin and Mike Vahabi from Hela Spice in Toronto, Canada, reveal the wacky inventions they have come up with for this year, and how inspiration can strike at any time. A former buyer for a large European supermarket chain talks about how to “win” Christmas with headline-grabbing products, and what happens when shoppers try things once and don't go back for more. If you would like to get in touch with the show, please email: thefoodchain@bbc.co.uk Presenter: Ruth Alexander Producer: Hannah Bewley (Image: Colourful Christmas treats and biscuits. Credit: Getty Images/BBC)

We are delighted to welcome Katie Mortram onto the podcast today. As the Household Advice Editor for Good Housekeeping, Katie looks after all things cleaning and decluttering. She started out as a Junior Tester in the Good Housekeeping Institute 10 years ago, and nowadays focuses on keeping their cleaning content up to date and accurate, testing relevant products and learning about the latest methods and trends along the way. Today we're going to delve into the methods she's come across and ask her what she really thinks and what has worked for her along the way. Good Housekeeping Live Good Housekeeping UK Episode 103 – Review of Netflix show Getting Organized with The Home Edit Episode 313 – My decluttering journey with Christina Rudes About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life then we are here to help you get control back and spend your valuable time doing the things you want and not shuffling piles of stuff around 24/7. We have been decluttering and organising homes face to face and online for over 28 years together and have helped thousands of members and clients to regain the home of their dreams. We have a passion for people, practicality, and piles of paper and love nothing better than to carve out solutions for anyone overwhelmed with clutter. If that's you, you're in the right place. Our podcast is packed with actionable tips, inspiration and motivation to get your decluttering done. We believe decluttering is all about emotions first, stuff second. Tune in, subscribe and enjoy! New episodes every Friday. Want more? We have so many ways that you can reach out to us for additional support on your decluttering journey. Free Facebook Group - for community, info and support - The Declutter Hub Community - emotions based decluttering Instagram - daily reels and posts with decluttering hints and tips - @declutterhub Website - the best place to get access to all our free content - https://declutterhub.com/mp Membership - this is the best place to take your decluttering to the next level https://members.declutterhub.com/mp Support - if you want signposting in the right direction support@declutterhub.com   Can you spare 5 minutes of your day to leave us a review? Your reviews mean the podcast can be found more easily which will mean more people get the benefit of our decluttering advice. You can share a review on your chosen podcast player. Don't forget to hit follow or subscribe too. The Declutter Hub 2024  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We know doing the dishes is a chore, but are we sure we're effectively cleaning our plates and pans? This week, Noah and Raj welcome Carolyn Forté, executive director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Home Care and Cleaning Lab, to talk about pre-rinsing, hand-washing versus machine washing, and how best we can keep our kitchenware clean.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I get to know Denny Daily who is a Beauty and Grooming Expert at the Good Housekeeping Institute.During the episode we explore the many elements involved in testing a product at the Institute and why once a beauty product has been highly rated by them, there is every reason for us to trust that it is worth spending our money on as consumers (something that is incredibly important to me).Denny and I also talk about the products that have really stood out to her because they have performed so well across the board.Here are some of the things that she loves and recommends:Lancome Hypnose MascaraClinique high-fi volumizing MascaraMerit beauty Tinted Lip OilOlaplex Dry ShampooElemis Vitamin cElemis Collagen CreamMyVitamins Collagen gummies Quai Body butterProverb Natural DeodorantTropic Morning Mist

From warming aphrodisiacs in the early modern period, to date-night oysters and champagne or a loving dish of hot macaroni cheese, sharing food has always been a way for people to connect, and in some cases it can make us feel loved or even in the mood for romance.. In this programme, Jaega Wise seeks to uncover some of the reasons why this connection between food and love exists, and asks whether it's what's on the plate that is doing something inside us, or if it's all placebo, and it's the act and ritual around eating (the setting, the conversation etc..) that can give us these feelings of love. Featuring aphrodisiac and absinthe pairing at The Last Tuesday Society (east London) with historian Dr Jennifer Evans (University of Hertfordshire); romantic dining at London Shell Co; chef José Pizarro and partner Peter Meades; food writers Clare Finney and Skye McAlpine; experimental psychologist Prof Charles Spence plus research from The Good Housekeeping Institute on the relatively modern Valentine's day institution of dine-in meals for two. Presented by Jaega Wise Produced in Bristol for BBC Audio by Natalie Donovan

A drone attack on an American military base in Jordan leaves three U.S. service members dead and dozens injured. Ed O'Keefe reports from the White House.E. Jean Carroll, who has twice sued former President Donald Trump and won, joins "CBS Mornings" with her attorney Roberta Kaplan to talk about last week's historic ruling.Investigative journalists Michael Isikoff and Daniel Klaidman join "CBS Mornings" to talk about their new book about the investigation into Donald Trump's conduct after the 2020 election, "Find Me the Votes: A Hard-Charging Georgia Prosecutor, a Rogue President, and the Plot to Steal an American Election."After eight months of rigorous testing in labs and real-world trials by expert travelers, the Good Housekeeping Institute unveils its 2024 Best Family Travel Awards. The list features travel gear, including suitcases, bags, and essential accessories for family trips. Executive director Lexie Sachs joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss.Noah Kahan, one of this year's most successful breakout artists, talks to Anthony Mason about his first-ever Grammy nomination for Best New Artist and reflects on his meteoric rise since the release of his 2022 double platinum album, "Stick Season."In a story of resilience and connection, two strangers find solace and purpose following the death of a Louisiana police officer. "CBS Mornings" lead national correspondent David Begnaud goes to Baton Rouge, where he meets a mother whose darkest hour led to a life-changing bond with a child.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New year, with a fresh set of trends! Hey ladies! It's 2024, and we're continuing our New Year's tradition of exploring the latest social media wellness trends. LISTEN UP as we assess whether we're embracing or letting go of 10 popular trends from the past year, from "What I Eat in a Day" videos to the hype around hormone-balancing raw carrot salads and AI dietary advice + the collagen craze. Our special guest today will guide us through the reasons to either stick with these trends or bid them farewell!  The Flourish Heights Podcast was made for women, by women. To be empowered in health starts with a true connection with your body. Join Valerie Agyeman, Women's Health Dietitian as she breaks through topics surrounding periods, women's nutrition, body awareness, and self-care.  About Stefani Sassos Stefani Sassos is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Director of the Good Housekeeping Institute at Hearst Magazines. She handles all of Good Housekeepings nutrition-related content, testing and evaluation. She is also Good Housekeepings on-staff fitness and exercise expert and holds an advanced certification as a Women's Fitness Specialist. Stefani reports on trending nutrition and fitness topics and aims to provide consumers with evidence-based content to encourage informed food choices and healthy living. She also rigorously assesses food products to determine whether they meet the standards for the GH Nutritionist Approved Emblem, the GH Seal, and the GH Tested Program. As a nationally recognized nutrition expert, Stefanis expertise is frequently featured on television, radio, online, and in print. Connect with Stefani Sassos: IG: @StefaniSassos Website: www.stefanisassos.com / www.GoodHousekeeping.com  Stay Connected: BOOK your 1:1 virtual Women's Nutrition Coaching session: www.flourishheights.com/nutrition-counseling Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submit it to hello@flourishheights.com Say hello! Email us at hello@flourishheights.com Subscribe to our quarterly newsletters: Flourish Heights Newsletter Visit our website + nutrition blog: www.flourishheights.com Follow us on social media: Instagram: @flourishheights Facebook: @flourishheights Twitter: @flourishheights Want to support this podcast? Leave a rating, write a review and share! Thank you!

Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager catch up with Selma Blair and talk about her new book “Mean Baby” as she inspires others who are living with MS. Also, the story of three friends who for decades have been working together at “Riley Children's Hospital” and now their daughters are working alongside them too. Plus, Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager dive in into the real stories behind three of the most accomplished women in entertainment. And, fiber scientist and director at “The Good Housekeeping Institute” shares some of the best bedding.

This week we hear from Gaby Huddart, Group Editorial Director at Hearst UK and Editor in Chief of Good Housekeeping. We talk about celebrating the brand's centenary last year with their first multi-day live event, what a Good Housekeeping reader looks like today, and why it's so important for the title to be future-facing. She also discusses how readers' attitudes to their homes have changed over the pandemic, and the role the Good Housekeeping Institute plays in building trust. In the news round-up the team examines some of BuzzFeed's moves from the past week - including striking a partnership with Meta and embracing our new AI overlords. For the news in brief, we discuss the FT burning out trying to run a Mastodon server, the US government's latest moves in the war on Google hegemony, and the apparent dwindling of interest in the super-rich for funding newspapers and magazines. While Esther took a brief phone call, Peter and I sang Georgy Girl by The Seekers, but I had to cut it from the episode.

This round of questions has a theme: soap and water. Mike talks hydration with Dr. Tamara Hew Butler, Professor of Exercise and Sport science at Wayne State University.  And soap with Birnur Aral, Executive Director of the Beauty, Health and Sustainability Lab at the Good Housekeeping Institute.Got questions? Email Mike at ivegotquestions@audacy.com

Thinking about getting one of those magical microwaves that can also air fry, bake, and broil, but you're not sure which one is worth the investment? The staff at the Good Housekeeping Institute just tested more the 200 products for their annual Kitchen Gear Awards, so you don't have to. On this episode of Tech Bites, host Jennifer Leuzzi talks with Nicole Papantoniou, Director of the Good Housekeeping Kitchen Appliances & Innovation Lab, about this year's winners and the new coffee awards.Photo Courtesy of Good Housekeeping.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Tech Bites by becoming a member!Tech Bites is Powered by Simplecast.

How does dry cleaning work? Mike learns from Jodhaira Rodriguez at the Good Housekeeping Institute. And, why do we roll our eyes? Mike gets answers from Dr. Tracy Vaillancourt, Professor at the University of Ottawa. Got questions? Email Mike at ivegotquestions@audacy.com

"When I go into a supermarket, I look at the ingredients of a product and I can tell exactly what something is going to taste like," says Angela Trofymova. "It's boring shopping with me." Angela has one of those jobs that sounds too good to be true. She is Group Testing Manager for the Good Housekeeping Institute. That means she is in charge of the institute's world-famous taste tests, which are so renowned they have a huge impact on sales and trends. In this episode of the Career Conversations podcast series, we find out exactly what's involved in running taste testing sessions, and what a typical day looks like for someone in a role like Angela's. Her route to the job has not been simple. She's held many roles within the food industry, and outside of it. At one point she worked for a company where things really didn't click. "That completely depleted my energy," she says. "It made me feel inadequate and I felt like I didn't know what I was doing." But the truth is, things just hadn't worked out in this particular role and Angela dusted herself down, found a new job and has flourished ever since. Angela's story shows that even the most successful people working in the food industry will have ups and downs in their careers. "Where there's a will, there's a way," she says. Listen to the full episode to find out how to work towards securing a job like Angela's, what qualifications you might need, what you can expect to earn, and how a meeting with Heston Blumenthal set her up for where she is today. Sign up to join a testing panel You can sign up to be part of a taste-testing panel at the Good Housekeeping Institute. All you need to do is fill out a short questionnaire and you could be tasting next season's latest trends before they're available on the supermarket shelves. Follow this link to sign up. Angela Trofymova, Group Testing Manager, the Good Housekeeping Institute Angela has over 13 years' food industry experience, helping companies such as Pret, Sainsbury's, Nando's and Leon achieve sustainable growth through innovative product development – she's even cooked for Heston Blumenthal!  Her sensory evaluation training and finely honed taste buds mean she knows exactly what's worth spending your money on, and leads the Hearst Institute food and drink testing team who test over 1500 products each year.  Angela is WSET Wine and Spirits Level 2 certified and has been a judge five years in a row for the British Sandwich Awards and the Pizza and Pasta Awards.

About StefaniA registered dietitian and NASM certified personal trainer, Stefani Sassos handles all nutrition and fitness related content, testing and evaluation for the Good Housekeeping Institute. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences from The Pennsylvania State University and a Master of Science degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University, Stefani aims to provide evidence-based content to encourage informed food choices and healthy living. She is a nationally recognized nutrition and fitness expert, regularly appearing on leading national and regional broadcast and radio outlets. Stefani previously worked as a Senior Clinical Oncology Dietitian and also ran her own private practice on Long Island. She is dedicated to leading a healthy and active lifestyle, and inspiring others to do the same. Stefani is an avid CrossFitter and loves spending time with her big FIT Greek family.Connect with StefaniWebsite: https://www.stefanisassos.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stefanisassosRDN/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stefanisassos/Twitter: https://twitter.com/StefaniSassos

Rachel Rothman is Chief Technologist and Executive Technical Director at the Good Housekeeping Institute, where she oversees testing methodology, implementation and reporting for all consumer product testing labs; manages the brand's growing research division, and evaluates & analyzes product applications for the Good Housekeeping Seal. As a mechanical engineer by training and mom of three  kids under five (!!!), Rachel evaluates countless products in consumer technology– including toys, cars, and personal health products to make recommendations that help us stay safe, healthy, and sane. We cover: Iteration vs. innovation in STEM; what's new & next in consumer tech, media & electronics, and her top product picks to help new parents stay informed and feel empowered.    Q&A: “Is it OK to have a cup of coffee pre-workout?”    Keep up w/ Rachel's product tests & reviews on Goodhousekeeping.com & follow her on Instagram  Support the On the Side podcast by subscribing to the show; rating us 5-stars & leaving a review Check us out on YouTube! DM me your food & nutrition questions  New business inquiries & interview ideas: info@jaclynlondonrd.com

The CMA looks for new ways to share important market information. That is why we have partnered with the Good Housekeeping Institute for a series of podcasts. GHI is driven by the same mission of providing vital information to make good buying decisions. GHI focuses on the testing and science behind houseware products reinforcing safety and regulations. In this episode, Nicole Papantoniou, Deputy Director, Kitchen Appliances & Technology Lab at the Good Housekeeping Institute joins us. We learn about the testing conducted to find the top 7 best stainless steel cookware sets – but this is no ordinary best cookware list. Listen and see why. Additional Resources: 7 Best Stainless Steel Cookware Sets to Buy in 2021, According to Kitchen Experts The Good Housekeeping Institute Facebook Twitter Instagram  

Good Housekeeping set a standard at Hearst UK that the rest of the portfolio wants to replicate. For nearly 100 years, the homelife magazine has cultivated a following of readers who trust its product recommendations, reviews and seals of approval enough to spend their money on those tried and tested items. Now, the Good Housekeeping Institute has expanded into the Hearst Institute, enabling the rest of the UK-based titles to use the same resources, experts and testing facility that has strengthened the GH brand's trust with readers. In the latest episode of the Digiday Podcast, Laura Cohen, Hearst UK's head of accreditation, talks about what the expansion means for both the physical operations of the Hearst Institute as well as its ability to drive revenue from working with more brands and producing more content that can be monetized through affiliate commerce.

These small daily tasks add up to a big shake up in life — and they're all backed by scientists in the Good Housekeeping Institute.

Whether you are just starting to explore your way around the kitchen or you are an experienced foodie, what you cook with is as personal as what you cook.  Everyone had different preferences, from the substrate to how heavy or light the pan is – handle, wall height, induction base, glass vs steel lid and so many other features that are a very personal choice.  No two pans are alike as no two chefs. The CMA looks for new ways to share important market information. That is why we have partnered with the Good Housekeeping Institute for a series of podcasts. GHI is driven by the same mission of providing vital information to make good buying decisions.  GHI focuses on the testing and science behind houseware products reinforcing safety and regulations. In this podcast, we learn about the testing conducted to find the top 10 nonstick cookware sets – but this is no ordinary top 10 list. When you look up top lists, often it gives you a ranking from top to bottom, but it doesn’t take into account the individual differences and preferences.  That is where the Good Housekeeping Institute comes in – they approach product evaluation in a more meaningful way.  Nicole Papantoniou, Deputy Director, Kitchen Appliance & Technology Lab at GHI joins host, Fran Groesbeck to explore their methods and findings with non-stick cookware.

It takes all shapes and sizes to make a complete cookware collection. There are wonderful stories of chefs from around the world who collect pieces from independent shops to garage sales. Because it is all about the perfect piece for the perfect dish. Every design line, dimension and feature adding to the beauty and functionality of the piece. Do you know there are differences between a sauté pan, a fry pan, a skillet and a crepe pan? They may all look the same, but there are subtle differences that make them unique. There is so much history behind every shape of cookware – today we explore the Dutch Oven – one of the most versatile pieces. It has a unique story to share. Providing important and interesting product knowledge is one of our key focuses at the CMA. That is why we have partnered with the Good Housekeeping Institute for a series of Podcasts. GHI is driven by the same mission of providing vital information to make good buying decisions. GHI focuses on the testing and science behind houseware products reinforcing safety and regulations. In this podcast, we learn about a unique but important item in any houseware’s assortment or kitchen – the Dutch Oven. Listen as host, Fran Groesbeck has a conversation with Nicole Papantoniou, GHI’s Deputy Director, Kitchen Appliances & Technology Lab, to learn about the Dutch Oven’s historic and interesting shape.

The mission of the CMA keeps consumer safety at the forefront of all we do.  That’s why we have partnered with the Good Housekeeping Institute for a series of podcasts. GHI is driven by the same mission of providing vital information to make good buying decisions.  GHI focuses on the testing and science behind houseware products reinforcing safety and regulations.  In this episode, we learn about the testing conducted to answer the question – is nonstick cookware safe?  Nicole Papantoniou, Deputy Director, Kitchen Appliances & Technology Lab joins host, Fran Groesbeck, as they discuss the expert findings of putting nonstick cookware to the test. Highlighted test findings: Safe when used, as long as they aren’t overheated. If overheated, the fumes that may be formed will not be enough to make you sick. If chipped and ingested, it will pass through the body without being absorbed or any ill effect. PFOA has been completely phased out from the manufacturing of cookware. When it was used, there was no risk to consumers as it was driven out in the manufacturing process. Connect with Guest: Nicole Papantoniou, Deputy Director, Kitchen Appliances & Technology Lab Article: In Nonstick Cookware Safe? Here's Everything You Need to Know, According to Experts The Good Housekeeping Institute Website: goodhousekeeping.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GOODHOUSEKEEPING Twitter: https://twitter.com/goodhousemag Instagam: https://instagram.com/goodhousekeeping YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodHousekeeping?sub_confirmation=1

By making one small change in your day, you'll soon find that you feel healthier, happier, and ready for anything. If your sweeping resolutions never stick, here's a thought for you: Are you biting off more than you can chew? Smaller, more attainable goals add up to create a big impact, according to the health experts and product extraordinaires who work in the Good Housekeeping Institute.

“No matter what you're preparing for thanksgiving, the number one ingredient is love.”Lori Taylor    Thanksgiving looks a little different this year for all of us, but one thing remains important: enjoying a delicious meal with those you love and finding gratitude for all you have.   This American holiday is such an important one to slow down, reflect on what we can appreciate in life, and the only thing we're expected to do is gather around a table and enjoy an incredible meal! We've brought together twelve of our Produce Moms' favorite guests, friends and partners to share with you what exciting, new and standby recipes you can embrace this holiday. We've got recipes from all around the country, spanning from drinks, sides, dessert, palette cleansers and of course ways to bring your turkey to life. Enjoy some of these recipes this Thanksgiving or save them for another upcoming holiday dinner! “Everybody should try to put an eight ounce package of Baby Bella mushrooms in their green bean casserole.” - Brian Jenny, Vice President of Sales for Monterey Mushrooms (6:09-6:12)   Did you know that mushrooms are one of the fastest growing categories in the produce industry and just eight ounces will give you your daily recommended requirement of Vitamin D? Brian Jenny, Vice President of Sales for Monterey Mushrooms is passionate about these superfoods which are a delicious, healthy item that can be added to breakfast, lunch or dinner.    If you're making green bean casserole this year, add an eight ounce pack of baby bella mushrooms to your fresh green beans for more nutrients and flavor. When it comes to washing, lightly rinse them in a colander for 10-15 seconds or wipe them off with a damp rag. Try not to add any more water to them otherwise they might get soggy.    “One of our most popular recipes year after year is our turkey brine recipe.” - Don Helms, Vice President of Marketing at Shenandoah Growers (12:55-12:58)   That's Tasty is a Shenandoah Growers brand that is a must when purchasing items for your Thanksgiving meal. Without fresh herbs, would your turkey and dishes truly be a successful, delicious delight at the dinner table? Don Helms, Vice President of Marketing at Shenandoah Growers wants everyone to get the absolute most flavor of their food around the holidays. They call this time the “EKG chart” because of the 400% increase in demand they see around the holidays.   What are the staples Don says you need? Basil, sage, rosemary and thyme! One of That's Tasty's most popular recipes year after year is their turkey brine recipe. “The best way to do that is put all the flavor you can into it because it's such a blank canvas and it will absorb a lot of flavor,” says Don.   Their recipe is extremely easy and by allowing your turkey to marinate in the juices, the meat of the turkey will absorb those incredible flavors. His recipe includes salt, peppercorns, brown sugar, and That's Tasty garlic puree, organic bay leaves, fresh thyme, fresh sage and fresh rosemary leaves. Add some citrus to bring a tremendous amount of acid and make those flavors pop! “Potatoes during Thanksgiving are a nostalgic, must have dish!” - Eric Beck, Director of Marketing at Wada Farms (23:20-23:25)   If you think you're a fan of potatoes, you surely need to meet Eric Beck aka “Spud Love”. The Director of Marketing at Wada Farms in Idaho has earned this reputation around the industry and rightfully so. When asked about what type of potato to use in Thanksgiving mashed potatoes, he could've gone on for hours!   Eric suggests using a russet potato (which there are hundreds of different varieties of) if you want light and fluffy mashed potatoes. If you want a ruch and creamy consistency, use a yellow or red potato.    What's Eric's favorite way to enjoy mashed potatoes? His mother-in-law makes an incredible dish where she adds butter, sour cream, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and chives and mixes them altogether, rather than adding as a topping. Eric's also impressed with the amount of  culinary, artistic creativity happening with potatoes and the power of social media, which is allowing people to share and find new, interesting ways to prepare them.  “Fresh juice, especially  fresh squeezed juice… there's nothing else like it. To be able to incorporate that into some kind of holiday beverage is great.” - Kim Flores, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Pro Citrus Network (39:58-40:08)   Thanksgiving is Kim Flores, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Pro Citrus Network, absolute favorite holiday, hands down. Why? Kim loves the meaning of Thanksgiving, which is to share gratitude, spend time with family, and of course enjoy the food. It's a time when, no matter what, we get to reconnect with those that mean the most to us in life and enjoy the spirit of gratitude with those you love around you.    What's on Kim's Thanksgiving table? Turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, sweet potato pie and green bean casserole all are a must! Her three favorite dishes are her mom's sweet potato souffle made with fresh sweet potatoes and marshmallows on top, fresh cranberry pear crisp made with fresh pears, cranberries and oats on top, and her family's favorite, pumpkin roll.   Kim reminds us that citrus is such a versatile thing to incorporate in any meal. For example, one time her family cut oranges in half and put sweet potato souffle in the orange skin ‘bowl'. You can add oranges to cranberry relish, sangria, any cocktail or punch for Thanksgiving too! “It all of a sudden became an instant Thanksgiving tradition where people are asking if I'm bringing the delicata squash fries again.” - Mason Arnold, founder of Cece's Veggie Company  (43:42-43:48)   That makes two votes for delicata squash fries at the Thanksgiving table with Mason Arnold! Mason is the founder of Cece's Veggie Company, who makes the organic vegetable noodles, riced vegetables and veggie-based meal kits you've come to know and love.    Before starting Cece's, Mason used to run a grocery delivery company that partnered with local farmers in central Texas to slaughter fresh turkeys the Tuesday before Thanksgiving and deliver them to families the day before, giving them fresh, Heritage breed, never frozen turkeys for Thanksgiving. How delicious is that!?    Although Mason's mom loves cooking big, major meals, Mason contributes his healthy treats to the Thanksgiving dinner table too. Last year he brought delicata squash fries and they've become a major hit! Mason loves the delicious nutty flavor of delicatas and the texture they have when you roast them with the skin on, creating a crispy, crunchy outside.   “Everywhere I brought it, it got cleaned out way before the sweet potato dishes did,” Mason says. Try bringing the sweet potatoes some competition this year with delicata fries on your Thanksgiving table!   “Everyone has the cranberry ice, it's a core expectation.” - Megan Mitchell, Brand and Business Manager at Fielding Hills Winery (51:05-51:07)   Megan Mitchell is the Brand and Business Manager at Fielding Hills Winery, a winery that originally served as a red delicious apple orchard, until 2000 when the market for red delicious started to go down hill. That's when the orchard turned into a winery, planting 24 acres (now 30) of red wine grapes in the Columbia basin in Washington.    Megan suggests starting your Thanksgiving meal off with a bottle of white (she recommends their Roussan, aka “the red wine drinker's white”) and then moving into a bottle of red as dinner goes on. Her winery's bold, fruit forward Cab Sauv is the family's go-to.    You'd think wine would be Megan's favorite Thanksgiving treat (who wouldn't!), but instead, it's her great grandmother's recipe called cranberry ice. They use it as a palette cleanser between bites of turkey or after you've finished dinner and are waiting for dessert. You can make the cranberry ice yourself with cranberries, ginger ale, a fair amount of sugar, and ice to make the consistency of a sorbet.    “Everyone has the cranberry ice, it's a core expectation,” Megan says. “We've even made it for people who are friends or family members, but aren't in town, and send it to them!” “That onion and celery smell on Thanksgiving morning of starting your stuffing recipe... that's the start of the big day!” - Nicholl Towell Senior Director of Marketing at Duda Farm Fresh Foods (55:17-55:23)   “Everyone loves celery in their stuffing.”   You'll probably enjoy at least one of  the fresh, delicious vegetables that Duda Farms grows on Thanksgiving. Duda's the exceptional grower behind Dandy Brands celery, cauliflower, sweet corn, radishes and many other fresh produce items. Speaking of celery, we asked Nicholl why celery has those strings we love to hate in them and her response was so eloquent that you'll certainly have more respect for how this plant provides your body with nutrition!   The strings in celery are “like veins in your body. That's how nature feeds the plant and the veins are needed to feed itself or hydrate itself. If we took them out completely, we wouldn't have a plant,” shares Nicholl.    As much as Dandy is known for their celery (and who doesn't love celery in their stuffing), Nicholl's family is famous for enjoying her husband Ralph's cream style sweet corn at Thanksgiving. Ralph, a Florida native, brings a little of his southern style cooking to their family in California. It's one of the Thanksgiving dishes that goes fast and everyone loves. “The veggie I've been obsessed with these past several Thanksgivings is delicata squash” - Stefani Sassos, RN and Nutritionist with Good Housekeeping Institute (1:00:56-1:01:02)   We knew Stefani Sassos, RN and nutritionist with Good Housekeeping Institute would have a healthy, delicious favorite for Thanksgiving. Stefani has been obsessed with delicata squash because it's easier to cut than a butternut squash or other squashes for prep, and you can eat the skin of it, which is chock full of nutrients.   How does Stefani prepare her delicata squash for Thanksgiving (or any other family meal)? She chops it in half (length-wise) and scoops out the seeds to make little half moons. Next, Stefani adds a little olive oil, salt and pepper and has a trick if you have children. To get the squash to absorb wonderful flavors like rosemary and thyme without having little specks on the squash that can often be a “deal breaker” for kids, she'll just add a sprig of rosemary and thyme on the baking sheet instead. The flavors will naturally infuse into the squash and roasting brings out such a beautiful flavor.   Plus, it's a low calorie option that looks gorgeous alongside your Thanksgiving table spread!  “My two favorite dishes are the sweet potato casserole and our noodle kugel.” - Stefanie Katzman, Executive Vice President of S. Katzman Produce (1:08:28-1:08:33)   Stefanie Katzman of S. Katzman Produce is part of the fourth generation in the family-owned, New York City wholesale distributor. This is one of the busiest times of year for Stefanie and the rest of the team and it's important to note the role her company plays in delivering our Thanksgiving feast. “Everything that hits your Thanksgiving table is going to come through our market,” Stefanie reminds us.    She also loves Thanksgiving, which is the one guaranteed holiday her entire family celebrates together. Her favorite recipes? It's between the sweet potato casserole, which her family makes with pineapple, mandarin and maple syrup. An interesting twist on the timeless classic, the secret to the Katzman sweet potato casserole is adding marshmallows on top and sticking it back underneath the broiler to get that gooey, s'mores-like consistency.   Her family also makes two noodle kugels each year, one for dinner with spinach and one around dessert time with cheese, milk, cream, brown sugar and bread crumbs on top.  “Eat like an Italian!” - Tiffany Rose, founder of Wink Sprout (1:17:47-1:17:48)   Listening to Tiffany's accent you might wonder what she's doing on a podcast about Thanksgiving! Well, this Scottish-born, UK-raised, US transplant has happily taken on our American tradition of celebrating family and food. Tiffany recalls growing up in London where they “would only ever see Thanksgiving on Home Alone or American movies and wonder, ‘why do they have two Christmas dinners!?'”.   Now that she lives here, she truly understands what Thanksgiving is all about and enjoys the night before where you think about what you're going to eat the next day (and sneak double servings of).   Tiffany isn't a turkey fan, so she always roasts a chicken to go alongside American dishes like sweet potato casserole and green bean casserole. Tiffany is a huge proponent of eating healthy, just like we are at The Produce Moms, and she suggests something she learned from the Italians when working as a model and actress in Italy. They always eat a small, green salad before starting every meal! Tiffany suggests starting your dinner off this way because the fiber will help you get fuller fast and will aid in digesting the delicious carbs and sugary treats we love on Thanksgiving Day.  “We experimented and made stuffing with mango and jalapeno in it to add that unexpected spin.” - Tricia Bramley, Director of Marketing and Communications at National Mango Board (1:22:51-1:23:08)   You might be thinking, mangos and Thanksgiving don't mix, but did you know mangos are the most popular produce item in the world? Tricia Bramley, the Director of Marketing and Communications at the National Mango Board is working hard to help the US understand just how delicious and versatile mangos truly are!    Tricia loves to make the traditional foods her family has always enjoyed eating around Thanksgiving, and her family's tradition starts with a turkey noodle soup made by grandma for breakfast. Her mom's stuffing is legendary and a must have on her Thanksgiving table, but Tricia loves to add dishes that are unique and different to the traditional spread, too.    This year Tricia and the National Mango Board put together a stuffing made with mango and jalapeno that adds a touch of sweet, a dash of spice and an unexpected spin on a Thanksgiving favorite.    How to get involved Join The Produce Moms Group on Facebook and continue the discussion every week!  Reach out to us - we'd love to hear more about where you are in life and business! Find out more here.    If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we'd love for you to help us spread the word!

“Family mealtimes are more important than ever right now to create unity in the family, to be connected, and have an opportunity for meaningful communication at the end of the day.”  Stefani Sassos (9:00)   Stefani Sassos, MS, RDN, CSO, CDN is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for the Good Housekeeping Institute. She has been involved in everything from clinical work, work as a fitness instructor, private practice, and is also Board Certified in Oncology as a Nutrition Specialist.    As the head of the Nutritional Lab for Goodhousekeeping institute, Stefani gets to be involved in the testing of all sorts of new fitness equipment and products.    We probably don't even need to tell you this, but, the realm of fitness, wellness, and nutrition is full of misinformation. Trends and fads slide in and out of the public eye, each one touting incredible results.    Goodhousekeeping is committed to thoroughly testing anything before it gets a seal of approval, and their seal of approval is backed by a warranty. They understand that just because something is trendy doesn't mean that it is  legitimate or a quality product.    Stefani joined us in a conversation this week to talk about the benefits of family mealtime, how to make mealtime fun for your kids, and the incredible work Good Housekeeping is doing in their Wellness and Nutrition labs.    The Benefits of Family Mealtime    For many of us, the recent pandemic has brought us back to the dinner table. Schedules are cleared, and everyone is home. This new shift in family ritual can come with some major positive long-term effects for your children.    Studies have shown that something as simple as regular family dinners have major benefits for your children   Better self esteem Better academic performance Lower rates of drug and alcohol use Healthier eating habits  More fresh produce consumption less sugar  Healthier body weight Lower likelihood of develop disordered eating habits Lower risk of depression   Important Principles to Teach Your Children    In the midst of the trends and fads foods are on an ever oscillating list of “good” or “bad” foods. Both villainizing food, and treating it as a best friend can lead to negative long term consequences for your children.    “It always comes back to increasing consumption of produce in volume and variety” - Lori Taylor. (3:00)    Instead of assigning moral value to food, help children understand that food is for nourishment. Encourage them to eat fruits and vegetables by modeling this behavior! It's important for them to see YOU eating nourishing foods.    Make it Fun!    Make dinner prep a family affair! Assign different tasks to different children and work together to prepare something new (or something you all love).  Fruit or Veggie of the Week. Let your child pick out the “fruit or veggie of the week.” Walk through the produce section and allow your child to pick one item that catches their eye. You may find your new favorite fruit!  (Or take the Produce Challenge!)   Create Your Own “Episode” of Chopped. The challenge is simple, your family has to create a meal by scavenging the fridge and using only the ingredients you have on hand. See how creative you can get!  Stay Hydrated! Ok, this tip may not fall within the “fun” category, but it is crucial. Pushing hydration is the number one thing you can do for yourself and your family. When you are hydrated you feel better and your make better choices with your food and nutrition.      Whether you adventure into new territory with a starfruit or kohlrabi, or stick to the tried and true, make it a point to make fruits and vegetables something your kids want to eat, instead of something they have to eat.     The Wellness Lab   Good Housekeeping Institute houses seven different testing spaces, including the Wellness Lab.    Wellness is a buzzword that has grown so much, especially in recent months. Historically, Good Housekeeping hasn't had a notable fitness/wellness presence, but they are currently working to expand into this space, and are producing incredible, quality content that holds enormous value for readers.    From fitness equipment to yoga apps and everything in between, the staff is committed to making sure they are recommending the very best items on the market. Stefani, and her team at Good Housekeeping, understands that in order for wellness products to work, they need to be accessible to you wherever you are.     Each Wednesday staff in the Wellness Lab participate in “Wellness Wednesday.” They all come together for a group meditation or workout.    Try it at home. Make Wednesday a “Wellness Wednesday.” Whether you take a little “me” time, or let your kids join in the fun, Good Housekeeping has compiled lists of some handy apps that can help you intentionally focus on your wellness.  Best Meditation apps  Best Workout apps  Best Yoga apps    “Nutrition and wellness is either a way to fuel your body, nourish your body, and create longevity, or its a way to fuel illness if you aren't taking care of yourself.” - Stefani Sassos (18:00)   Nutrition Lab   The Nutrition Lab at Good Housekeeping rigorously analyzes and assesses new trends in the nutrition realm. Their goal is to thoroughly research and then translate the research to the reader. The internet is full of long studies that can look like gibberish, Good Housekeeping cuts out the nonessentials and gives you what you actually need to know, in a way that is easily to consume.    There are countless fad diets out there, and Stefani shared that it's really important to remember that there is no one-size-fits all diet. However, there is almost always something positive you can take away from each diet.    Drinking more water, eating less refined sugars, eating more produce, maybe the rest is junk full of empty promises, but these components are the building blocks of any healthy diet.    When the Nutrition Lab tests products there is a long list of criteria they check off before giving it the Good Housekeeping seal of approval. They analyze nutrition and ingredients, but also validate the claims about the products usage (i.e. does the product actually lower cholesterol?).    Stefani and Good Housekeeping is doing such an incredible job of researching, testing, and sharing incredible information to their readers. Check out their website, get connected, and continue on in this journey towards a healthier life for your entire family!  How to get involved Join The Produce Moms Group on Facebook and continue the discussion every week!  Reach out to us - we'd love to hear more about where you are in life and business! Find out more here.  Visit Good Housekeeping's website for more incredible information of fitness, wellness, and a host of other topics.  Follow Stefani Sassos on Instagram or connect with her on LinkedIn.   If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we'd love for you to help us spread the word!

If you are forced to work from home, or attend school online, there are tips to make you most effective. "7 Effective Ways to Work From Home During the Coronavirus Outbreak" was written by Lexie Sachs from the Good Housekeeping Institute. It's easy to slip into bad habits, or feel like you have to be online 24/7. The reality is, no one expects you to be at work or school every minute of every day. This was a pretty good list of reminders. If you are stuck at home, I would say the main take away is to be as normal and consistent as possible. Eat as you would at regular times, and in healthy ways. Get up and move every hour, like you would at school. Keep a sense of humor, as you will surely see someone's cat walk onto the screen of a video call. Life outside of work and school has just collided. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kevin-hannegan/support

Jeanine Cook-Garard learns about foods that will enhance our immune system, especially during certain times of the year like flu season with Stefani Sassos - a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for the Good Housekeeping Institute at Hearst in New York City. She previously worked as a Senior Clinical Oncology Dietitian at The Cancer Institute at St. Francis Hospital and also ran her own private practice on Long Island.

Jeanine Cook-Garard learns about foods that will enhance our immune system, especially during certain times of the year like flu season with Stefani Sassos - a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for the Good Housekeeping Institute at Hearst in New York City. She previously worked as a Senior Clinical Oncology Dietitian at The Cancer Institute at St. Francis Hospital and also ran her own private practice on Long Island.

The Health, Beauty and Environmental Sciences Director for the Good Housekeeping Institute shares her life lessons! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“More vegetable and more fruit - that's easily the most important thing that is involved in good nutrition and what nutrition really means”   In episode 8, Lori sits down with Jackie London from Good Housekeeping. Jackie writes and reports on nutrition news and trends, noteworthy products, “myth-busting” diet fads, weight-loss tips, eating advice, and diet stories for the magazine. She also conducts GH's taste-tests, in which she'll establish nutritional criteria for products in a food category and then conduct large-scale taste-tests to report in the magazine.   “It's not nutrition until it's eaten”   Jackie also reviews all of the food products that want to use the Good Housekeeping Seal, and evaluates packaged food claims (“low-sodium,” “high-fiber”) to make sure they're legit.  Jackie is one of the visionaries behind the Good Housekeeping Nutritionist Approved Emblem, which launched in 2016 and serves as a new Good Housekeeping Seal for food products.   “It's only one day at a time and one meal at a time”   Jackie's work is featured in the “Ask Jackie” column in Good Housekeeping Magazine as well as the Health section of the GH website.https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/ Some Topics we talk about in this episode:   Introduction // Jaclyn London - 1:15 What is Nutrition to You? - 4:20 Projects that Jaclyn is involved in at Good Housekeeping - 8:22 The “Ask Jackie” Column - 12:50 The Good Housekeeping Nutrition Seal - 17:15 The Emblem Program - 25:31 Wrap-up - 29:25   Find Jackie under the “Health” tab at www.goodhousekeeping.com by clicking on “Nutrition” and the “Ask Jackie” column in each edition of GH Magazine!   Get the Kroger Opt Up App on the App Store and Google or visit www.optupapp.com for more info   Also, be sure to connect with Allison on social media! Follow her on instagram @hangryrd   How to get involved Join The Produce Moms Group on Facebook and continue the discussion every week! https://www.facebook.com/groups/316715662104709/ Reach out to us - we'd love to hear more about where you're at in life and business! Find out more at www.theproducemom.com   If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we'd love for you to help us spread the word!

It's been a LONG winter, which means your place, car, and stuff could probably use a deep clean and some fresh air. On this episode, we talk to the Good Housekeeping Institute about dry cleaning, and visit the Corona Maintenance Facility in Queens to find out how the NYC Metropolitan Transit Authority cleans subway cars.  

On today's episode, we spend a lot of time on gifts. In the latest iteration of our annual tradition, Matt, Peter, Jacqui, and Kevin share their holiday wish lists. Plus Jacqui tests a new pair of headphones that she gifted herself, and Peter Martin explains how to fake elation when you get a bad gift. (And how to spot people who are faking love for what they got from you.) But before we get to that, Carolyn Forte from the Good Housekeeping Institute talks us through caring for cast iron cookware, and Matt Allyn explains cross country skiing. Happy holidays, ya'll!

On today's show, we talk to our good friend Rachel Rothman, Chief Technologist at the Good Housekeeping Institute. Working on a specialized floor a few levels up from Popular Mechanics, she and a team of engineers test stoves, clothes, food, cars--pretty much everything you encounter in day-to-day life. She explains how she got into such an exacting line of work, how it's heightened her neuroses (and given her new ones), and why it's ultimately so rewarding. 

Today on the Jane Wilkens Michael Show…Better Than Before, Jane speaks with Michael O’Neil, the founder and CEO of GetWellNetwork, an extraordinary health care company that has grown from a startup to an industry leader with more than 300 employees nationwide and 50 million patient interactions. Michael will share his remarkable personal story, and talk about how the concept of Interactive Patient Care, that empowers patients and their caregivers to understand and take control of their care process, leads to significantly better outcomes. Jane will also be joined by Jaclyn London, the nutrition director of the Good Housekeeping Institute, the world’s foremost consumer product-evaluation laboratory. Jackie is responsible for the creation, execution, and oversight of all of Good Housekeeping Magazine’s nutrition-related content across media platforms, including diet and meal planning content; nutrition and health news, product reviews, and TV segments. She will discuss---and dispel---some of the popular nutrition myths, and then recommend the ideal diet to help listeners look and feel Better Than Before.

Today on the Jane Wilkens Michael Show…Better Than Before, Jane speaks with Michael O’Neil, the founder and CEO of GetWellNetwork, an extraordinary health care company that has grown from a startup to an industry leader with more than 300 employees nationwide and 50 million patient interactions. Michael will share his remarkable personal story, and talk about how the concept of Interactive Patient Care, that empowers patients and their caregivers to understand and take control of their care process, leads to significantly better outcomes. Jane will also be joined by Jaclyn London, the nutrition director of the Good Housekeeping Institute, the world’s foremost consumer product-evaluation laboratory. Jackie is responsible for the creation, execution, and oversight of all of Good Housekeeping Magazine’s nutrition-related content across media platforms, including diet and meal planning content; nutrition and health news, product reviews, and TV segments. She will discuss---and dispel---some of the popular nutrition myths, and then recommend the ideal diet to help listeners look and feel Better Than Before.

Today on the Jane Wilkens Michael Show…Better Than Before, Jane speaks with Michael O’Neil, the founder and CEO of GetWellNetwork, an extraordinary health care company that has grown from a startup to an industry leader with more than 300 employees nationwide and 50 million patient interactions. Michael will share his remarkable personal story, and talk about how the concept of Interactive Patient Care, that empowers patients and their caregivers to understand and take control of their care process, leads to significantly better outcomes. Jane will also be joined by Jaclyn London, the nutrition director of the Good Housekeeping Institute, the world’s foremost consumer product-evaluation laboratory. Jackie is responsible for the creation, execution, and oversight of all of Good Housekeeping Magazine’s nutrition-related content across media platforms, including diet and meal planning content; nutrition and health news, product reviews, and TV segments. She will discuss---and dispel---some of the popular nutrition myths, and then recommend the ideal diet to help listeners look and feel Better Than Before.